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Dwayne Johnson

Actor and Professional Wrestler

Born 1972

Biography

Dwayne Johnson, born May 2, 1972, is an American actor, producer, and former professional wrestler. He gained fame in WWE under the ring name "The Rock," headlining multiple WrestleManias from the late 1990s to early 2000s. Transitioning to Hollywood, Johnson starred in blockbuster films such as "Fast & Furious" series (notably "Fast Five" in 2011) and "Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle" (2017). His portrayal of Luke Hobbs revitalized the "Fast & Furious" franchise. Additionally, he produced and starred in the HBO series "Ballers" (2015-2019). Johnson's versatility and charisma have made him one of the highest-grossing actors globally. In 2020, he launched Teremana Tequila, further showcasing his entrepreneurial spirit.

About

Born May 2, 1972

Birthplace Hayward, California, USA

Nationality American

Education Bachelor of General Studies in Criminology and Physiology

School University of Miami

Popular Quotes

"Don’t focus on the pain. Focus on the progress."

Motivation Self-improvement Resilience Empowerment

"Success will always be driven by focus & effort — and we always control both."

Motivation Inspiration Success Achievement

"Vision, guts and enthusiasm. Three qualities I feel you always gotta have to have a shot at success."

Motivation Success Determination Personal development

"Outwork all competition, be grateful for the grind, don’t run from your demons and if it ever becomes personal, then payback’s a bitch. "

Motivation Personal growth Mindset Hard work

"Do not go gentle — cause that rent is always due."

Motivation Resilience Determination Life lessons

"You either play the game or let the game play you."

Motivation Perseverance Mindset Power

"If you really want to do something, you’ll find a way. If you don’t, you’ll find an excuse."

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"It’s you vs. you."

Motivation Personal growth Self-improvement Mindset

"Be humble. Be hungry. And always be the hardest worker in the room."

Motivation Self-improvement Perseverance Determination

"Training for me is a metaphor for life, period. The dedication, the determination, the desire, the work ethic, the great successes and the great failures – I take that into life."

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"Let your actions do your talking for you."

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"The road to success and greatness is always paved with consistent hard work. Outwork your competitors, be authentic, and above all else, chase your greatness."

Motivation Success Determination Achievement

"The men I idolized built their bodies and became somebody – like Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger – and I thought, ‘That can be me.’ So I started working out. The funny thing is I didn’t realize back then that I was having a defining moment."

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"Think back 5 years ago. Think of where you’re at today. Think ahead 5 years and what you want to accomplish. Be Unstoppable."

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"Success isn’t overnight. It’s when everyday you get a little better than the day before. It all adds up."

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